26-03-20
We’re still here and working from home
- Ross Roberts
Kia Ora, As New Zealand heads into lockdown all our members will all be affected. Some will be working flat-out to save their businesses, many will be balancing work with educating kids or caring for vulnerable whānau, and some may be stuck at home ...
20-03-20
Hawthorn Geddes – Chartered Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager (Whangarei Based)
- Olivia Gill
Hawthorn Geddes has an opportunity for a Chartered Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager. Be part of the bigger picture. Varied and interesting work. Be involved in a broad range of projects in challenging soils. Genuine commitment to Training & M...
18-03-20
International Young Geotechnical Engineers Conference (7iYGEC) – Call for Abstracts
- Olivia Gill
Abstract submission is open for the 7iYGEC in Sydney in September 2021. This three-day conference for young geotechnical practitioners precedes the International Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ICSMGE). NZGS are coordinatin...
12-03-20
Expressions of interest – NZ Seismic Hazard Model TAG
- Ross Roberts
Background The New Zealand Seismic Hazard Model is being updated based on a new probabilistic seismic hazard analysis. This will lead to changes for practitioners, particularly through loading codes. It is important that the needs of these practition...
05-03-20
Congratulations to new Engineering NZ Fellows
- Ross Roberts
We’re delighted to report that two NZGS members have been made Fellows of Engineering New Zealand. Fellowship is awarded to outstanding engineers who have been recognised as leaders by their peers, making a significant contribution to engineeri...
24-02-20
Slope assessments for Waka Kotahi (New Zealand Transport Agency)
- Olivia Gill
Waka Kotahi adopted the New South Wales (NSW) Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) Assessed Risk Level (ARL) for slope risk assessment and mitigation works identification for our Kaikoura project and subsequently for SH3 Mount Messenger and a number of ...
07-02-20
NZGS members stand for 2020 Engineering New Zealand board elections
- Ross Roberts
The ballot has just opened for election to the Engineering New Zealand board. We are delighted to announce that two high-profile NZGS members are standing. Having our members represented on the board is a great way to ensure that our voices are heard...
22-01-20
Gisborne District Council Development Engineer – Geotech
- Olivia Gill
Gisborne District Council is working together with communities to make our aspirations happen. Tairawhiti is the first place to see the light and we’re working to transform our region to be the first choice for people and lifestyle, the first place...
16-01-20
2020 Postgraduate courses at the University of Canterbury
- Olivia Gill
About: The University of Canterbury offers a range of post-graduate level courses which can be taken as part of a degree programme, post-graduate certificate, or as a standalone course. These courses are taught in “block-mode,” where participan...
10-01-20
Bay of Plenty and Waikato YGP Symposium – 27 February 2020
- Olivia Gill
The first Bay of Plenty & Waikato Young Geotechnical Professionals’ Symposium is happening on Thursday 27 February 2020. For further details please refer to the flyer here. What is the due date? Your presentation summary is due by Friday 24 Jan...
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